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Wednesday, January 13, 2016

Princess Cruises examines sleep habits

Americans find getting more sleep a more appealing resolution than going back to the gym

SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (January 13, 2016)
– Americans are tired of feeling tired and willing to sacrifice almost
anything for more sleep in the new year, according to a new
sleep-inspired survey commissioned by Princess Cruises.
The Princess Cruises Sleep Survey results suggest that 2016 may be the
year Americans wake up and acknowledge the power of sleep by embracing a
new sleep schedule. In fact, 57 percent say getting more sleep is a
resolution that is more appealing than going back into the gym.

While getting enough sleep has long been an issue for many, it
doesn’t seem to be getting any better, as more than half (57 percent) of
Americans think they get less sleep than they actually need and most
are willing to sacrifice a lot for a few more zzzz’s in the new year.
The study, conducted by Wakefield Research,
confirmed that the thing Americans were most willing to sacrifice was
their waistline. Sixty-one percent said they would rather get a great
night’s sleep, every night for a month, than lose five pounds –
particularly because medical research shows a direct correlation between
sleep quality and weight loss (53 percent of respondents agree that
lack of sleep contributes to weight gain).

Desperate for more sleep, the study also found more folks willing to
sacrifice a night on the town (45 percent), a spa treatment (38 percent)
and even sex (31 percent) for a little more pillow time.

The goal for the new year seems obvious, more sleep, but according to
the study, Americans also think if they had more sleep they’d actually
be more productive (51 percent), happier (50 percent), more successful
(21 percent) and more creative (21 percent).

And while getting more sleep seems to be the goal for 2016, the
survey suggests that Americans could benefit from better quality of
sleep too, with nearly 70 percent citing their significant other as the
main culprit in keeping them awake because they:

Snore (42 percent)

Roll over or move in bed (29 percent)

Nudge and kick (21 percent)

What
are couples to do? According to the survey, the overwhelming majority
of Americans (87 percent) say they actually sleep better after getting
“intimate” with their partner. So, perhaps a little frisky business is
the key to keeping a sleep-driven resolution this year.

Methodological Notes:
The Princess Cruises Sleep Survey was conducted by Wakefield Research
among 1,011 nationally representative U.S. adults ages 18+, between
December 7 and December 11, 2015, using an email invitation and an
online survey. Quotas have been set to ensure reliable and accurate
representation of the U.S. adult population ages 18+.

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About Princess Cruises:
One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a global
cruise line and tour company operating a fleet of 18 modern ships
renowned for their innovative design and wide array of choices in
dining, entertainment and amenities, all provided in an environment of
exceptional customer service. A recognized leader in worldwide cruising,
Princess carries 1.7 million guests each year to destinations around
the globe ranging in length from three to 111 days. The company is part
of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).